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Chwalinska outwits kartalto win Wuhan open

WUHAN, China: Maja Chwalinska pulled off an impressive comeback to defeat Britain's Sonay Kartal 2-6, 6-4, 6-2 and claim the first tour-level title of her career at the Wuhan Open on Sunday. The Polish 16th seed...

JBUPoland's Maja Chwalinska celebrates with the trophy after winning her singles final match against Britain's Sonay Kartal. — Reuters

Burgess, Areen clinch U18 titles at junior tennis tourney

The winners of the Junior Tennis Tournament with the officials and supporters.

Al Rahbi, Brody set for U18 tennis final

In another Under-12 girls match, Serena defeated Jocelyan 9-5 to reach the final, where she was joined by Salama, who advanced after beating Sarah al Maskari 9-0.

Sinner dismantles Zverev to win Madrid Open, set record

Italy's Jannik Sinner celebrates with the Madrid Open trophy after winning the men's final against Germany's Alexander Zverev. — Reuters

Rising stars impress in Junior Tennis Championship

The championship, organised by the Oman Tennis Association, runs until May 6. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani

Tennis duo Younis and Muneer embrace new chapter in padel

Younis and Muneer al Rawahi with the title after winning a tournament.

Top seeds Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final

Italy's Jannik Sinner celebrates beating France's Arthur Fils during their 2026 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament semi-final singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on May 1, 2026. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)

Andreeva storms into Madrid Open final

Russia's Mirra Andreeva celebrates winning her 2026 WTA Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament women's semi-final singles match against USA's Hailey Baptiste at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on April 30, 2026. Andreeva won 6-4 7-6. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)

Japanese tennis trailblazer Nishikori to retire at end of season

Japan's Kei Nishikori said he will retire at the end of the season after a career ravaged by injury.

Ruud's Madrid title defence ended by Belgian Blockx

Belgium's Alexander Blockx celebrates beating Norway's Casper Ruud during their 2026 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament quarter-final singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on April 30, 2026. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)

Sinner surges into quarters, Andreeva in Madrid Open semis

Italy's Jannik Sinner returns the ball to Britain's Cameron Norrie during their 2026 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on April 28, 2026. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)

Sabalenka tops Osaka to reach Madrid quarters

Belarus' Aryna Sabalenka in action during her round of 16 match against Japan's Naomi Osaka. — Reuters

Young tennis talents set for Bausher tournament

Last year’s junior tennis tournaments attracted promising young talents from different age categories.

Sinner overcomes Bonzi in record hunt at Madrid Open

Italy's Jannik Sinner returns a ball to France's Benjamin Bonzi during their 2026 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament second round singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid, on April 24, 2026. (Photo by Javier SORIANO / AFP)

Prizmic ousts Shelton in Madrid Open, Rybakina scrapes through

Croatia's Dino Prizmic reacts during his second round match against Ben Shelton of the US in the Madrid Open. — Reuters

Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury

Two-time reigning French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Friday he will not play at this year's tournament as he recovers from a wrist injury. — AFP
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